The Pittsburgh Steelers have decided not to pursue quarterback Russell Wilson in free agency or attempt to re-sign him.
Last offseason, the Steelers acquired both Wilson and Justin Fields in an effort to revitalize their offense following Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement.
However, the team’s performance remained largely unchanged, as they ended the season with a 9-7 record and were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs.
With over a month remaining before the NFL’s new league year begins—when teams can officially start making roster moves and preparing for the 2025 season—the Pittsburgh Steelers once again face uncertainty at the quarterback position.
Both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields are set to become free agents, leaving Skylar Thompson as the only quarterback currently under contract for the team.
Reports have surfaced suggesting that Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith limited Wilson’s freedom after a standout performance against the Cincinnati Bengals earlier in the season. In that game, Wilson threw for over 400 yards, leading the Steelers to a 44-point victory. However, it’s alleged that Smith instructed Wilson to stop audibling out of plays at the line of scrimmage in an attempt to establish a running game, which ultimately failed to materialize. As a result, the Steelers’ offense struggled significantly in the final month of the season. If these reports are accurate, they cast a harsh light on Smith’s decision-making.
Some skeptics, however, believe the story may have been leaked by Wilson’s camp to improve his image. Regardless, many fans remain
